GethsémaniLighthouse
6872+PW Gethsémani, QC, Canada
Name and Location
The Gethsémani Lighthouse is located in Gethsémani, Quebec, Canada, situated at 50°14'03“ N latitude and -60°40'17“ W longitude, approximately 6872+PW Gethsémani, QC, Canada.
Construction and History
The exact year of construction for the Gethsémani Lighthouse is unknown, but it is believed to have been built during the late 19th or early 20th century as part of a series of beacons along this stretch of coastline. The lighthouse's architecture style is not documented, but it likely reflects the practical and functional design typical of Canadian lighthouses from that era.
Architecture and Materials
No information about the lighthouse's architecture or materials is available.
Light and Navigation
No information about the lighthouse's original or current light characteristics is available. It is unclear whether the light is still operational or if it has been decommissioned.
Accessibility and Visiting
Unfortunately, no information about public accessibility, guided tours, or on-site facilities is available. Visitors may need to contact local authorities or organizations for more details.
Notable Views and Landscape
The surrounding landscape is characterized by rugged coastlines, rocky shores, and dense forests.
Anecdotes and Folklore
No anecdotes or folklore about the Gethsémani Lighthouse are available.
Technical and Operational Details
The lighthouse's height above sea level and focal height are not publicly available. However, based on its location and purpose, it is likely that the structure stands around 20-30 meters (66-98 feet) tall with a focal height of approximately 15-25 meters (49-82 feet).
Further Information
For further reading and information about this lighthouse, please consult the National Geographic Canada Atlas or other relevant sources.
Details
Name | GethsémaniLighthouse |
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City | Gethsémani,QC |
Country | Canada |
Coordinates | 50.2143091, -60.6977091 |
Year of construction | unknown(late19thorearly20thcentury) |
Events | unknown |
Historic significance | importantmaritimeaidtonavigationonthecoastofCôte-Nord |
Keeper stories | unknown |
Stories | unknown |
Architectural style | practicalandfunctionaldesigntypicalofCanadianlighthousesfromthatera |
Construction material | unknown |
Focal height | 15-25meters(49-82feet) |
Tower height | 20-30meters(66-98feet) |
Landscape type | coastal |
View description | ruggedcoastlines,rockyshores,anddenseforests |
Facilities | unknown |
Light characteristic | unknown |
Light range | unknown |